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Assessment Resources Partners/Program Providers International Student ID (ISIC) Emergency information International Education & Services Committee Events & activities Info for faculty International Exchanges Exchange partners WOU Exchange Students International Exchange Students Info for Students General information Locations & programs International Internships Fellowships and Scholarships Important Dates and Info Study Abroad Capstone Project
STUDY ABROAD HOME ABOUT US STAFF	Information for students Study abroad, internships, and service learning You can choose from locations in more than 60 countries, and we’re adding more programs all the time. Each location offers students a different kind of opportunity--study abroad, internship, service learning, or a combination. Make sure your destination of choice offers the kind of program in which you are interested. Click here for program offerings. Why is an international experience important? Experience a different culture. Meet people from around the world. Increase independence and self-confidence. Explore places you’ve only read about. Enhance your educational experience. Enrich your coursework. Demonstrate to prospective employers and graduate schools that you are resourceful, adventurous, internationally minded, and diverse. Improve your foreign language skills. Learn more about your own culture from a different perspective. Realize a dream. How can an international internship help me? Gain relevant professional experience. Apply your coursework to real-life challenges. Learn from practicing professionals. Strengthen foreign language and cross-cultural skills. Explore and pursue new international opportunities. Earn academic credit. Am I eligible? The minimum qualifications are listed below. Some programs and internships have higher eligibility criteria or program specific requirements. be a student in good standing at WOU have sophomore status meet the minimum 2.50 GPA or the GPA required by a specific program if greater than 2.5 meet the language requirement for the program, if any meet any other program specific requirements complete an interview with a study abroad advisor who recommends you for your program. Where do I live while I’m abroad? The housing options are unique to each program site. Depending on the program, you might live with a host family in a residence hall in an apartment What else do I need to know about WOU’s international programs? Use most forms of your financial aid. click here Earn WOU credits while you’re abroad. Apply your study abroad, service learning, or international internship credits to your WOU academic program. Most credits will fulfill major, minor, LACC or elective requirements. Choose an English speaking program or internship or choose one where you can improve your language skills. Go abroad for just a few weeks, a quarter, a semester, or a whole year. Receive assistance in applying for such prestigious awards as the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, Rhodes Scholarship, National Security Education Program, and others. What ifI want an international career? Consider choosing WOU’s international studies major or minor and prepare yourself for a challenging and rewarding career. Employers are looking for people who can communicate with others in more than one language and culture. I want to participate in an international program that WOU doesn’t offer? There is a petition process for students who cannot fulfill their academic requirements or specific related professional goals by participating in the international programs WOU currently offers. Prior to petitioning to enroll in a program WOU doesn’t offer, thoroughly review the programs that are offered.If you believe you qualify to petition, follow these instructions. I want to earn credit through WOU for eligible WOU sponsored non-credit international programs or international programs not sponsored by or affiliated with WOU? Examples include research, service learning, special projects, internships, study abroad, etc. You will need to complete a special International By Arrangement Form and follow the process outlined on the form. Download a copy of the above form Fellowships and scholarships Important Note: As soon as you decide to study abroad, make an appointment to see a financial aid counselor. Though many types of financial aid and scholarships apply to study abroad, there are some exceptions. The Financial Aid Office can provide you with information about what will apply WOU Scholarships for Study Abroad Northwest Council on Study Abroad (NCSA) /AHA International Scholarship Guidelines \| Application (Available to students enrolled in AHA/NCSA programs for fall, winter, spring, or summer.) Deadlines: Fall programs June 1; winter or spring programs--September 15; summer programs--March 15 AHA International (Available to students enrolled in targeted AHA programs, excluding summer programs. Guidelines \| Application Deadlines: Fall programs June 1; winter or spring programs--September 15 Cooperative Center for Study Abroad (CCSA) Scholarship Guidelines and Application (Available to students enrolled in CCSA programs.) Deadlines: October 10, winter inter-session programs; March 10, summer programs Friends of Gentle House Foreign Study Grant. Available to a WOU student in the German Program. Criteria \| Application Deadline: May 1 CISabroad Scholarship (Available to students accepted to CIS programs.) Guidelines and Application. Deadline for 2012: Friday, April 13 Scholarships for IE3 Internships Two types of IE3 Program Scholarships are available to students: 1) scholarships for highly-qualified students whose financial limitations would otherwise make participation in the program a hardship; and 2) scholarships based on student merit as demonstrated in the scholarship application essay and the IE3 Global Internship program application. Guidelines and Application Other Scholarship Opportunities Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Big Dig Scholarship Boren Awards--National Security Education Program Canada Study Scholarships Canada Student Mobility Support Program Critical Language Scholarship Program (CLS) DAAD--for study in Germany Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund Dial My Dentist Scholarship Program Diversity Abroad Elie Wiesel's Prize on Ethics Freeman Asia Scholarship Fulbright Program for U.S. Students Fund for International Service Learning Fund for Education Abroad Gallagher Koster Health Careers Scholarship Program Global Studies Foundation Student Grant Golden Key Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship Hispanic Study Abroad Scholars ICBC Scholarship International Education Financial Aid Institute for Int'l Public Policy Marshall Scholarship (For graduate study in the U.K.) National Italian American Foundation Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant Competition Rotary International Univ. of Minnesota Scholarship Database Vira I. Heinz Scholarship for Women in Global Leadership ( for students who attend selected schools in Pennsylvania ) Find More Scholarships on Line College Board Scholarship Search FastWeb General financial aid information IIE Passport Scholarships.com Scholarships4Students Short-term Programs Students.gov Student Scholarships Program StudyAbroad.Com Loan Information International Education Financial Corporation (IEFC) Study Abroad Loans Sallie Mae Signature Loan Wells Fargo Education Connection Loan Other Funding Sources Fynanz Green Note Financial Planning for Study Abroad Studying Abroad Without Being Rich Take Advantage of Existing Opportunities for Study Abroad For information about the following scholarships as well as other forms of financial aid, contact the Financial Aid Office. http://www.wou.edu/student/finaid/programs.html WOU Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship WOU Students in German Scholarship WOU ASC Scholarship Resources Monetos is a site where students can find information about visiting a doctor, opening a bank account and requirements for living in individual countries of the European Union. return to top
Contact The Office of Study Abroad and International Exchanges phone: 503-838-8905 fax: 503-838-8435 \| or e-mail: studyabroad@wou.edu
MissionWestern Oregon University \| 345 N. Monmouth Ave. \| Monmouth OR 97361 \| 503-838-8000(V/TTY) \| 1-877-877-1593 \| webmaster@wou.edu Text only

Assessment Resources Partners/Program Providers International Student ID (ISIC) Emergency information International Education & Services Committee Events & activities Info for faculty International Exchanges Exchange partners WOU Exchange Students International Exchange Students Info for Students General information Locations & programs International Internships Fellowships and Scholarships Important Dates and Info Study Abroad Capstone Project
STUDY ABROAD HOME ABOUT US STAFF	Information for students Study abroad, internships, and service learning You can choose from locations in more than 60 countries, and we’re adding more programs all the time. Each location offers students a different kind of opportunity--study abroad, internship, service learning, or a combination. Make sure your destination of choice offers the kind of program in which you are interested. Click here for program offerings. Why is an international experience important? Experience a different culture. Meet people from around the world. Increase independence and self-confidence. Explore places you’ve only read about. Enhance your educational experience. Enrich your coursework. Demonstrate to prospective employers and graduate schools that you are resourceful, adventurous, internationally minded, and diverse. Improve your foreign language skills. Learn more about your own culture from a different perspective. Realize a dream. How can an international internship help me? Gain relevant professional experience. Apply your coursework to real-life challenges. Learn from practicing professionals. Strengthen foreign language and cross-cultural skills. Explore and pursue new international opportunities. Earn academic credit. Am I eligible? The minimum qualifications are listed below. Some programs and internships have higher eligibility criteria or program specific requirements. be a student in good standing at WOU have sophomore status meet the minimum 2.50 GPA or the GPA required by a specific program if greater than 2.5 meet the language requirement for the program, if any meet any other program specific requirements complete an interview with a study abroad advisor who recommends you for your program. Where do I live while I’m abroad? The housing options are unique to each program site. Depending on the program, you might live with a host family in a residence hall in an apartment What else do I need to know about WOU’s international programs? Use most forms of your financial aid. click here Earn WOU credits while you’re abroad. Apply your study abroad, service learning, or international internship credits to your WOU academic program. Most credits will fulfill major, minor, LACC or elective requirements. Choose an English speaking program or internship or choose one where you can improve your language skills. Go abroad for just a few weeks, a quarter, a semester, or a whole year. Receive assistance in applying for such prestigious awards as the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, Rhodes Scholarship, National Security Education Program, and others. What ifI want an international career? Consider choosing WOU’s international studies major or minor and prepare yourself for a challenging and rewarding career. Employers are looking for people who can communicate with others in more than one language and culture. I want to participate in an international program that WOU doesn’t offer? There is a petition process for students who cannot fulfill their academic requirements or specific related professional goals by participating in the international programs WOU currently offers. Prior to petitioning to enroll in a program WOU doesn’t offer, thoroughly review the programs that are offered.If you believe you qualify to petition, follow these instructions. I want to earn credit through WOU for eligible WOU sponsored non-credit international programs or international programs not sponsored by or affiliated with WOU? Examples include research, service learning, special projects, internships, study abroad, etc. You will need to complete a special International By Arrangement Form and follow the process outlined on the form. Download a copy of the above form Fellowships and scholarships Important Note: As soon as you decide to study abroad, make an appointment to see a financial aid counselor. Though many types of financial aid and scholarships apply to study abroad, there are some exceptions. The Financial Aid Office can provide you with information about what will apply WOU Scholarships for Study Abroad Northwest Council on Study Abroad (NCSA) /AHA International Scholarship Guidelines \| Application (Available to students enrolled in AHA/NCSA programs for fall, winter, spring, or summer.) Deadlines: Fall programs June 1; winter or spring programs--September 15; summer programs--March 15 AHA International (Available to students enrolled in targeted AHA programs, excluding summer programs. Guidelines \| Application Deadlines: Fall programs June 1; winter or spring programs--September 15 Cooperative Center for Study Abroad (CCSA) Scholarship Guidelines and Application (Available to students enrolled in CCSA programs.) Deadlines: October 10, winter inter-session programs; March 10, summer programs Friends of Gentle House Foreign Study Grant. Available to a WOU student in the German Program. Criteria \| Application Deadline: May 1 CISabroad Scholarship (Available to students accepted to CIS programs.) Guidelines and Application. Deadline for 2012: Friday, April 13 Scholarships for IE3 Internships Two types of IE3 Program Scholarships are available to students: 1) scholarships for highly-qualified students whose financial limitations would otherwise make participation in the program a hardship; and 2) scholarships based on student merit as demonstrated in the scholarship application essay and the IE3 Global Internship program application. Guidelines and Application Other Scholarship Opportunities Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Big Dig Scholarship Boren Awards--National Security Education Program Canada Study Scholarships Canada Student Mobility Support Program Critical Language Scholarship Program (CLS) DAAD--for study in Germany Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund Dial My Dentist Scholarship Program Diversity Abroad Elie Wiesel's Prize on Ethics Freeman Asia Scholarship Fulbright Program for U.S. Students Fund for International Service Learning Fund for Education Abroad Gallagher Koster Health Careers Scholarship Program Global Studies Foundation Student Grant Golden Key Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship Hispanic Study Abroad Scholars ICBC Scholarship International Education Financial Aid Institute for Int'l Public Policy Marshall Scholarship (For graduate study in the U.K.) National Italian American Foundation Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant Competition Rotary International Univ. of Minnesota Scholarship Database Vira I. Heinz Scholarship for Women in Global Leadership ( for students who attend selected schools in Pennsylvania ) Find More Scholarships on Line College Board Scholarship Search FastWeb General financial aid information IIE Passport Scholarships.com Scholarships4Students Short-term Programs Students.gov Student Scholarships Program StudyAbroad.Com Loan Information International Education Financial Corporation (IEFC) Study Abroad Loans Sallie Mae Signature Loan Wells Fargo Education Connection Loan Other Funding Sources Fynanz Green Note Financial Planning for Study Abroad Studying Abroad Without Being Rich Take Advantage of Existing Opportunities for Study Abroad For information about the following scholarships as well as other forms of financial aid, contact the Financial Aid Office. http://www.wou.edu/student/finaid/programs.html WOU Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship WOU Students in German Scholarship WOU ASC Scholarship Resources Monetos is a site where students can find information about visiting a doctor, opening a bank account and requirements for living in individual countries of the European Union. return to top
Contact The Office of Study Abroad and International Exchanges phone: 503-838-8905 fax: 503-838-8435 \| or e-mail: studyabroad@wou.edu
MissionWestern Oregon University \| 345 N. Monmouth Ave. \| Monmouth OR 97361 \| 503-838-8000(V/TTY) \| 1-877-877-1593 \| webmaster@wou.edu Text only